British Airways London Flight Cancelled at Chennai Airport After Bird Hit; 202 Passengers Accommodated

A British Airways flight from Chennai to London was cancelled after a bird strike was detected before departure at Chennai Airport.

The aircraft underwent a detailed inspection for nearly two hours, following which the airline decided to cancel the flight as a precautionary measure. British Airways stated that the aircraft will be operated only after a complete technical examination.

The 202 passengers scheduled to travel to London have been accommodated in nearby hotels, and the airline is making alternative arrangements for their journey. The incident caused inconvenience to passengers, while safety checks remain the airline`s top priority.